Lateral vs. vertical files
Lateral files (2-, 3-, or 4-drawer) suit letter and legal hanging files under worksurfaces. Vertical files fit narrow footprints. We label drawer depth and filing type on each unit.
San Jose & Bay Area
File Cabinets in San Jose & the Bay Area
Even paper-light offices need secure storage for records, supplies, and personal items. BT Express Liquidators stocks lateral and vertical file cabinets, mobile pedestals, storage towers, and combination units from Hon, Steelcase, and other commercial manufacturers. Used cabinets are keyed, checked for drawer alignment, and graded for cosmetic wear — critical for buyers who need lockable storage that actually works. New cabinets are available when clients want matching keys and uniform color across a floor. We supply schools, medical offices, legal practices, and corporate admin teams across the Bay Area. Cabinet inventory moves quickly because units stack efficiently in our warehouse. Visit San Jose to test drawer slide and lock function, or request a quote with cabinet type, color preference, and quantity.
Specs & buying guide
Fire rating
Standard commercial files are not fire-rated unless marked. Fire-rated safes and files appear occasionally — ask if your compliance policy requires UL-rated storage.
Mobile pedestals
Under-desk pedestals with box and file drawers pair with sit-stand and fixed desks. Casters and lock status are verified on used units.
Colors and matching
Putty, black, and silver are common in used inventory. For uniform floors, specify color and we will batch from matching stock when possible.
Inventory turns weekly. Tell us what you need and how many, and we'll confirm what's on the floor today — usually the same business day.
How we grade condition
Typical condition ranges describe quality — not a promise about any one specific piece on the floor today.
- Excellent
- Like-new appearance, full function, minimal cosmetic wear
- Good
- Fully functional, visible wear consistent with office use
- Fair
- Functional with heavier wear; priced accordingly; inspected for safety
Photo gallery
On the floor
View full inventory →Inventory turns weekly. Tell us what you need and how many, and we'll confirm what's on the floor today — usually the same business day.
Frequently asked questions
Do used file cabinets come with keys?
Most used cabinets include at least one working key. Multi-unit orders can often be keyed alike from the same source lot — request this on the quote form.
What sizes fit letter vs. legal hanging files?
Most laterals accept both with adjustable rails. We confirm drawer depth on the specific unit before sale.
Can you supply 50 matching lateral files?
Bulk file orders are routine for office decommissions and new setups. Quantity and color matching depend on live inventory — contact us with your target date.
Do you remove old cabinets during decommissioning?
Office decommissioning and furniture removal are part of our services. See Office Decommissioning for details.
How are used cabinets graded?
Excellent cabinets have minimal dents and smooth drawer operation. Good cabinets function fully with visible office wear. Fair cabinets may have heavier cosmetic damage but secure, working drawers.
Check availability
Prefer to talk? Call (408) 541-1340
Ready for a quote?
Tell us what you need — chairs, lab benches, desks, or a full floor. We respond from live San Jose inventory.